Nexus 7

Chinese smartphone manufacturer Xiaomi has just released on official Android ROM for the Nexus 7 2013 running its MIUI custom interface. While that might actually be somewhat of a non-event, considering how many unofficial MIUI ROMs there are floating around, this official ROM might be a solid indicator that Xiaomi is indeed preparing its first Android tablet.

Verizon may have taken quite a while to launch the Nexus 7, however they seem to be dropping the price rather quickly. The Nexus 7 originally landed with Verizon back in mid-February and at the time the price was $249.99 on a two-year agreement, or $349.99 without the agreement.

Owners of 2013's Nexus 7 have just gotten another set of official accessories from ASUS. The PW100 Wireless Charging Station and the ASUS Dock for Nexus 7 give users a choice of orientations as well as some additional features to boot.

Coming as Verizon announced earlier in the week, the Nexus 7 is now available for purchase. Those looking to pick up a Verizon supported Nexus 7 have a few price options to consider. The tablet can be found online direct from Verizon Wireless and they have a two-year agreement and contract-free option available.

Following up on some recent rumors and leaks, Verizon Wireless has confirmed the upcoming availability of the Nexus 7 tablet. And as was rumored, the tablet will indeed be available shortly. Verizon has said the tablet will be available beginning on February 13th.

It almost sounded too good to be true when we heard rumors that an LTE version of the Nexus 7 bearing Verizon's stamp is well on its way, but now we're seeing the real deal. Sort of. A pair of leaked photos have surfaced depicting the Nexus 7 LTE boxes safely stowed away in a Verizon stockroom somewhere.

The Nexus 7 isn't quite as brand new at this point in time, however it looks like Verizon Wireless is going to make good on the promise of getting it certified and in the available lineup. Perhaps more exciting for those who have been waiting and hoping, it seems this may be happening fairly soon. Unconfirmed reports are telling the story of a launch the could happen late-next week.

Google has just announced the release of two of its premium accessories for its latest Nexus devices. Unfortunately, while these items can be brought directly from Google Play Store, they are available in limited markets only.

A few days ago, we reported on the KitKat India debacle, in which winners of the worldwide KitKat contest were given older Nexus tablets. While limited to India, and met with both scorn and disgust, KitKat nonetheless attempted to explain themselves away. It didn’t work, and now they’re doing what’s right.

Who can resist a good promo, especially this time of year? Google knows only too well consumer habits and is now offering a somewhat sweet deal for anyone who purchases both a Nexus 7 2013 edition and a Google Chromecast.